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Sprinkler repair, irrigation maintenance, watering tips, and seasonal lawn care advice for Austin-area homeowners.

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Your First Fall and Winter With a Sprinkler System in Austin

Every fall, a large share of our calls come from people who have never owned a sprinkler system in Central Texas. Some…

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Fall Sprinkler Maintenance in Austin: What You Must Do and When

October is the month most Austin homeowners stop thinking about their sprinkler system. The heat breaks, the lawn looks better, and the…

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Late Summer Sprinkler Repairs in Austin: From the Rare Calls to the Ones We See Every Day

By late summer, Austin sprinkler systems have spent months dealing with high temperatures, dry soil, mowing and lawn traffic, and the repeated…

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Sprinkler System Upgrades in Austin Are Easier Than You Think 

A sprinkler system does not always need to be completely replaced to work better. In many cases, a few smart upgrades can…

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Irrigation Systems

Summer Sprinkler Tune-Up in Austin: Why Your Irrigation System Needs a Check Before the Heat Peaks

Austin summers are hard on lawns, plants, and irrigation systems. When temperatures rise and rain becomes less reliable, your sprinkler system has…

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Sprinkler Heads

Why You Should Update Your Sprinkler Heads

If your sprinkler system still uses older pop-up spray heads, your yard may be using more water than it needs. Many homes…

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Why Your Sprinklers Keep Running in the Rain

Why Your Sprinklers Keep Running in the Rain

If your sprinklers still turn on during a rainstorm, something is not working the way it should. This is one of the…

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Spring Sprinkler Tune-Ups to Protect Your Lawn

Spring Sprinkler Tune-Ups to Protect Your Lawn

Spring is one of the busiest and most important seasons for homeowners in Austin to focus on their irrigation systems. After months…

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Why Sprinkler Heads Sticking Up Are a Bigger Problem Than You Think

Why Sprinkler Heads Sticking Up Are a Bigger Problem Than You Think

A sprinkler head sticking up above the lawn when not in use may seem like a small inconvenience, but it’s often an…

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Winter Sprinkler Maintenance for Homeowners

Essential Winter Sprinkler Maintenance for Homeowners

Many homeowners assume their sprinkler system can be ignored once winter arrives. In reality, sprinkler repair and winter maintenance are just as…

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Your First Fall and Winter With a Sprinkler System in Austin
Fall Sprinkler Maintenance in Austin: What You Must Do and When
Late Summer Sprinkler Repairs in Austin: From the Rare Calls to the Ones We See Every Day
Sprinkler System Upgrades in Austin Are Easier Than You Think 

Seasonal Services

Extra services we offer at the right time of year. Book early, spots fill up fast.

Fall Sprinkler System Tips

Winter Special

Winter Sprinkler Service

Beat the freezing weather. We inspect your sprinkler system, check your backflow and freeze points, and set your controller for winter, so your system lasts all winter and is ready for spring.

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November–February

Window Cleaning Service

Crystal-clear windows, cleaned with pure filtered water. No harsh chemicals, no high-pressure spraying, and no streaks. Brought to you by the same Smart Earth team that takes care of your sprinklers.

Winter Service Special
$109 for up to 9 Zones ​

Beat the freezing weather! Get your sprinkler system inspected to last all winter - and be ready for spring!